Greg Basil Morrill

1951 - 2021

May 4, 1951 –
September 1, 2021

Our “Hero” Greg has passed away on September 1, 2021 with wife Kathy, daughter Renee and sister-in-law Barb Adams by his side. Giving him care and comfort was his son Matthew and daughter-in-law Danielle, who stayed all night with Greg the evening before.

After an 11 years of “fighting the good fight” from a debilitating stroke, he died knowing he was greatly loved. His favourite saying was “Kathy, we are on a new adventure”.

Greg was born in Terrace Bay May 4, 1951 to Marge And Ralph Morrill. He was the 3rd of 4 boys. In his heart he was always a “Scrhreiber Boy”. He attended Schreiber Public and High School making many friends. But none more important than Stan Spadoni and Tony Commisso.

He left Schreiber to attend Western University. In 1974 he received his Bachelor of Science degree. Then in 1977 he received his Chartered Accountant degree. When returning to Thunder Bay he worked for Clarkson and Gordon Chartered Accountants. He then joined with friend Paul Plata to open their firm Plata and Morrill Chartered Accountants. There he impressed many clients with his ability of kindness, intelligence and his sense of humour. To this very day many of his clients are still good friends. He was a good boss and he cared deeply for his staff.

Then the stroke happened which ended his career. “We are on a new adventure”. He stayed with Kathy at home until the sad decision was made to live in long-term care. This was his new home and he made the best of the situation. He never really complained and with his brilliant sense of humour he was well loved.

He was a true Maple Leafs and Vikings fan. Turning Kathy into a Maple Leaf fan. He loved golfing, fishing at Cobble Lake, and playing cards with his friends. He enjoyed travelling. With Kathy by his side, they travelled to both Canadian Coasts, Texas, Carribean, Florida, Minnesota and Europe. But his best place was home. He loved his family with all his heart. Not a lot of people knew that Greg wrote poetry. Kathy has binders full of tributes to family, friends and neighbours. He made everyone welcome at his home. He was a true and kind individual. Continuing to be even after his stroke. “He was on his adventure”

Left to mourn is his devoted wife Kathy (nee Gillis), daughter Renee Campbell and her husband Colin. His pride and joy his granddaughter Bailey (Bubba Chubbs) Campbell. His best Buddy, his son Matthew Morrill and his wife Danielle. Also saddened and left to mourn is Greg's brother Steve Morrill and sister-in-law Judy. Nephew Doug Morrill and his wife Christine and family. Niece Karen Morrill, sister-in-law Estelle Morrill, niece Natasha Morrill and family and Kimara Morrill. Sister-in-law Tina Morrill, niece Emiley and family, and nephew Christopher. His loving aunts Maureen Redins and family and aunt Carolyn Morrill and family. Also, many cousins that loved him dearly. Kathy's family is sad and mourning. “The Gillis Girls”, his sisters-in-law Linda Pilipishen and husband Jim, nephews Simeon, Micah and families. Sister-in-law Barb Adams and husband Doug, and nephews Kevin and Erik Adams and families. Sister-in-law Liz Grieg and husband Cam. There are so many cousins and extended family and friends who will miss him dearly. Saddened by his passing are his best buddies Doug Adams, Soupy Campbell, Bill Trochimchuk and Bill (Macker) McDonald.

Predeceased by his parents Ralph and Marge Morrill. His in-laws Harold and Ida Gillis. Predeceased also by his brothers Warren and Brent (Ollie) Morrill. Also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents. And his boy dogs Mickey, Sam, Duncan, Spencer and Basil. They gave great joy to him.

As per Greg's wishes, he is being cremated and there will be a private family interment. If anyone so desires, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Breast Cancer Society and the Thunder Bay District Humane Society.

Greg, you have been with me for 38 years, and you will be with me forever. I am so proud of your 11 years of strength, courage and humour. You will forever be my always, love you my hero. 3-5 Kate.

Thank you to 2S Bluebell for your compassion and care. To all the doctors over the years.

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